A philosophical dissertation is an essay on a topic, either assigned or chosen, where writers present their viewpoints on it. Usually the thesis statement is selected and writers pose essay questions. They then present answers to these questions using arguments based on their logic and philosophical viewpoints. Writers must remember that the dissertation cannot be expository where they just present other writers’ viewpoints. Students would have completed sample essays in class as part of their study program. These topics should not be included either in part of whole. A supervisor is usually appointed to guide and supervise the process of completing the dissertation. Consulting them before starting the dissertation is a good idea. Students would get a fair idea of whether the list of topics chosen was adequate. They would be able to choose the right direction in terms of understanding concepts revolving around a particular topic as well as decide how reference material could be used to defend a philosophical viewpoint.